Opal Irene Jones

Opal Jones of Powell died on Sept. 7, 2012, surrounded by loved ones at the Powell Valley Care Center. She was 91.

Opal Irene Jones was born on Jan. 8, 1921 to Morgan and Beatrice Royal in Powell. She graduated from Powell High School in 1939 and married Earl Jones on Jan. 16, 1940. Earl and Opal celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary earlier this year.

They built their home in Powell and lived in the same location for 70 years where they ran a successful farming operation.

In 1961, Opal began working for a new doctor in town, Dr. Lyle Haberland. She worked for Dr. Haberland for 27 years and his patients enjoyed the numerous years of care and kindness she provided.

After retirement, Earl and Opal enjoyed many years traveling from the East Coast to the West Coast, Alaska to Florida in their motor home, making many treasured friends along the way.

Opal was a dedicated member of Eastern Star for more than 60 years, an active member of the Presbyterian Church, a longtime member of the Powell High School Alumni Association Board and a strong supporter of the Travelers Music Group.

Opal’s passions included listening and singing along with Earl and any instrument he picked up to play, dancing, cooking, baking, canning, crafting for her family and spending cherished time with loved ones.

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Opal. My brother Mert and I stopped in to see her and Earl a couple years ago. I am so glad we had the chance to do that. Loved visiting with the two of them. My thoughts go out to Earl, Ron, Terry and Janice and the rest of the family.

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